After a grueling TT our racers stepped out with some excellent finishes. In his Cat 3 time trialing debut, Jameson pulled off a respectable 12th place finish during the TT, rocking without the aid of aero wheels. Today, Jameson improved on that effort and moved up to 11th place overall after a mid race breakaway effort. The only U of M rider remained away from the field for over 20 miles and was caught just short of the KOM sprint. He finished strong in the field sprint.
John "Dad" Thompson pulled off an 8th place in the Masters field after a decade off from road racing. Attacking the field six times today, John attempted to bridge up to Dave Pramen, who was soloing off the front. Although unsuccessful, John "had fun" ripping his own - and his competitors - legs off. John finished 6th in the field sprint.
Eric "Sasquatch" Thompson started off his Minnesota road season with a 3rd place Cat 1/2 TT effort. The giant eighteen year old powered over the rolling sunset-laden course in Wrenshall, casting a foreboding shadow over his competitors. The road race witnessed a mid race breakaway and the subsequent reel-in by the chase group. The last lap proved tactically difficult as teams jockeyed against the cross wind. On the second to last stretch of road, Tim Mulrooney launched a formidable attack and was followed by Sasquatch. Sasquatch pounded up to Mulrooney and they worked together, pulling away from the main pack and finishing with a 26 second lead. Eric's second place finish upgraded him to a second place overall, tied to Aric Hareland in the time standings.
Mike Smith Mike II rocked. As usual. (I don't know much about their races, I'll fill you in soon).
I got home, womaned the kitchen, made some kick-butt chicken pasta and green salad. Tonight. Ice cream and Oreos.
Peace.
Steph
